Transcontinental Announces Appointment of Brian Reid as President of its Printing Sector

MONTREAL—November 14, 2008—Transcontinental Inc. today announced the appointment of Brian Reid as President of its Printing Sector, effective immediately. The sector brings together services to retailers and publishers of newspapers, magazines, books and catalogs, as well as Transcontinental’s U.S. direct mail and Mexican operations. Reid is responsible for approximately 8,500 employees and revenues of more than $1.5B on an annualized basis. He will also join Transcontinental Inc.’s Senior Management Committee.